Accounts Assistant - 12 month FTC

Accounts Assistant - 12 month FTC
Chelmsford, Essex
£24,000 - £28,000 per annum
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

*Must drive and have access to a vehicle due to the location of the business

Our client is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed term maternity cover contract.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will have experience using Sage 50, strong Excel skills, and a good understanding of double entry bookkeeping. Knowledge of C.I.S and VAT is advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail oriented individual to join a supportive and growing organisation.

Benefits:

• Free onsite parking
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Company pension scheme and life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health and wellbeing programme

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly recurring journals
• Process purchase invoices, subcontractor invoices, supplier payments, and monthly credit card receipts using Sage
• Verify new subcontractors with HMRC and complete monthly C.I.S returns, including issuing C.I.S statements
• Carry out weekly credit control activities, monthly customer statements, and credit checks for new clients
• Set up new clients and suppliers on Sage and maintain accurate financial records
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, monthly payroll, and annual financial statements
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns
• Resolve invoice queries and support the smooth running of the finance function

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience within a finance role is essential
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Experience using Sage 50 Accounts is preferred
• AAT qualification or equivalent is desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly organised with a self motivated approach
• Previous experience within the construction industry or working with C.I.S is advantageous

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